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Will I lose child benefit when if I move in with my partner?
doni
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I currently claim child benefit for my children. If I move in together with my partner (who is not their dad) - he earns over £60k - will this mean I will no longer be eligible to claim?
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doni said:I currently claim child benefit for my children. If I move in together with my partner (who is not their dad) - he earns over £60k - will this mean I will no longer be eligible to claim?You will be classed as couple, regardless of him not being their father. Details here. https://www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en/articles/changes-to-child-benefit-from-2013#either-you-or-your-partner-earns-between-£50000-and-£60000-per-yearAny other benefits you may already be claiming will also be affected if you move in together.
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